Weather Forecast for July 2nd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- High fire danger continues into the July 4th weekend. A Red Flag Fire Warning is again in effect. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 89. A low of 49. (89) The San Luis Valley can...
CDOT to support CSP, 30 agencies for increased DUI patrols
Statewide — The Colorado Department of Transportation will support Colorado State Patrol and 30 local law enforcement agencies for The Heat Is On Fourth of July DUI enforcement period from July 1 to 7. During this time, drivers may see saturation patrols, sobriety...
Chaffee County Public Health Urges Residents to Monitor Air Quality as Regional Wildfire Smoke Continues
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BV Freedom 3K and 5K Runs Set for Saturday Morning
The annual BV Freedom 3K and 5K runs will take place Saturday morning in Buena Vista. The fundraising race winds through downtown Buena Vista and along the Arkansas River Trail, finishing before the Fourth of July parade begins at 10 a.m. Proceeds from the event...
Volunteers Needed for Salida’s Fourth of July Celebration
The Salida Community Center is looking for volunteers to help with the city's Fourth of July celebration this Saturday in Riverside Park. Volunteers are needed to assist with the community celebration, which follows Salida's annual Fourth of July parade and includes...
CDOT Urges Drivers to Prepare for Busy Fourth of July Travel
The Colorado Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to expect heavier traffic and longer travel times on mountain highways during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. CDOT is also urging travelers to be aware of heightened wildfire danger and to use extra...
Colorado Primary Election Results
Results are in from Colorado's Primary Election, with several statewide races decided and others still too close to call. In the Democratic primary for governor, Phil Weiser defeated Michael Bennet to earn his party's nomination. On the Republican side, the...
Colorado Wildfires Continue to Grow Ahead of Fourth of July
Wildfires continue to burn across Colorado, destroying homes, prompting evacuations, and keeping firefighters busy as hot, dry, and windy conditions persist. The Aspen Acres Fire burning near Rye on the Custer-Pueblo county line has grown to more than 28,000 acres and...
Weather Forecast for July 1st
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- A Red Flag Fire Warning has once again been issued for our area. Critical fire weather conditions will continue through the July 4th weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will...
Salida Community Center Food Distribution Scheduled for Tomorrow
The Salida Community Center will hold its monthly food distribution tomorrow beginning at 10 a.m. The event is drive-through only. Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles, and volunteers will bring food directly to each car. No paperwork or signatures are...
Buena Vista Community Coffee Returns Tomorrow Morning
The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Community Coffee tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Buena Vista Community Center. The event features updates on community happenings from local business leaders, elected officials, and nonprofit...
Election Day Is Today
Today is Election Day in Colorado. Unaffiliated voters receive both Republican and Democratic primary ballots. However, only one ballot may be returned. Returning both ballots will invalidate your vote. All ballots must be received by your county clerk's office no...
